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$1,442,756$672 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,000,000 on May 5, 2016

48449 COTTONWOOD ST

FREMONT, CA 94539
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,147 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.4M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,000,000 · May 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,870 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,484,790 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$362,232
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,129,558
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,455,544
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,281,690

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALAMEDA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
James Leitch Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.1 mi
H
Irvington High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
John M. Horner Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.8 mi

District: Fremont Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94539These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.25
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.683

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,775
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,599 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,911
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$222,193
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

48449 Cottonwood St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Fremont 94539
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Fremont 94539
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Warm Springs
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Fremont 94539
  • Older than 80% of homes in Fremont 94539

What homes are worth in Fremont 94539

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$585K$4.3M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Fremont 94539.

How it measures up in Fremont 94539

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fremont 94539.

Estimated value$1,442,756
CheaperTypical $2,099,200Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$672
CheaperTypical $998Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,147 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,029 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 48449 Cottonwood St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWarm SpringsFremont 94539Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,442,75643% of homes23% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$67225% of homes10% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,147 ft²84% of homes57% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac32% of homes30% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than196424% of homes20% of homes51% of homes

About 48449 Cottonwood St

How much is 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA is $1,442,756 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,374,618 to $1,510,894. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA last sell?

48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA last sold on May 5, 2016 for $1,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA?

48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,147 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA built?

48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA?

48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA is assigned to James Leitch Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Irvington High School (high), rated A+; John M. Horner Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Fremont Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA compare to other homes in Fremont 94539?

Among the 17,344 homes in Fremont 94539, it is worth more than 23% of them ($1,442,756 against a typical $2,099,200), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($672 against a typical $998), it is bigger than 57% of them (2,147 ft² against a typical 2,029 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1964 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 74% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48449 Cottonwood St, Fremont, CA was $17,870. The county assessed it at $1,484,790.

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